Management Accountant

A leading private equity firm that takes pride in its focus on the consumer sector is looking for a high calibre accountant to join their team as Management Accountant. This exciting opportunity will allow you to take on an important role within a forward thinking unique company where you will be reporting to the Finance Manager. Making this role a brilliant opportunity to pick up and attain new skills.

Responsibilities include:

Primary responsibility for month-end reporting process

Assisting cash management and cash flow forecasts

Assisting with preparation of year-end statutory accountants.

Assisting with annual budget preparation

Liaising with fund accounting team with regards to funding requirements for investment structure entities and management fee flows

Assisting with quarterly VAT return preparation

Managing loans made to executives for co-investment purposes

Regulatory reporting including FCA submissions and preparation of the EC sales list

Managing a junior team member

Analysing the numbers and the accounts against the budget

The ideal candidate for this role will be a high calibre pro-active qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with a university degree. Strong Microsoft excel skills is also essential. Previous experience in a fund management environment and experience using sage is advantageous.